Update your details, view your application and progress.Job no: 493667 Work type: FP - Full-time Permanent Location: Aurrum Brunswick (VIC) Categories: Hospitality & Food Services Aurrum Aged Care is one of Australia's leading residential aged care providers, with a growing presence on the NSW Central Coast and in metropolitan and regional Victoria.Our residents are at the centre of what we do. The way in which we care is underpinned by our Living Life care philosophy, and our team members are at the heart of our success in the delivery of holistic care to our residents.About the roleThe heart of the Aurrum hospitality ethos is to ensure the resident's genuine care and comfort through a high-quality dining experience every day. All cuisine served in Aurrum's dining rooms is prepared from scratch in our onsite state-of-the-art kitchens using quality produce sourced fresh, locally, and in season. Aurrum's passionate chefs prepare a variety of dishes each day for the residents, using a range of healthy cooking techniques to ensure innovative, nutritious, and delicious menu selections.Reporting to the General Manager/ Executive Chef, you will lead a dynamic catering department that is instrumental to Aurrum's food-focused culture. You will be responsible for leading, mentoring, and developing the catering team.As the Head Chef you will:Oversee kitchen operations across breakfast, lunch, and dinner service.Conduct staff management with respect to rostering, attendance, training, development, and performance needs.Oversee special catering events and offer culinary instruction and/or demonstrate culinary techniques.Undertake reporting and ensure kitchen meets all safety, regulatory, and professional compliance standards.Ensure proper equipment operation/maintenance; and ensure safety and sanitation in the kitchen.Ensure staff maintain a high standard of personal hygiene and comply with the procedures in the Food Safety Program.Ensure regular cleaning of all areas is maintained by catering employees within the kitchen as per Schedule and Food Safety Program.About YouAs the ideal candidate, you will have:Minimum Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery qualification.Extensive experience leading catering operations in Hotels or Aged Care.Demonstrated knowledge in catering for the complex care needs of the older person and commercial kitchen operations.Demonstrated ability to lead a team and experience coaching and mentoring others.High level written and verbal communication skills.Well-developed computer and documentation skills.Demonstrated organisational and time management skills.Valid National Police check (specific to work in aged care).We would like to hear from you if you are someone that shares in our passion for providing exceptional care and support to our residents, their families, and making a difference in aged care.Aurrum is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to welcoming an inclusive, diverse and enriched work environment.Please click on the link below to view our Aurrum video to find out more.Advertised: 25 Oct 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight TimeApplications close:
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